The Public Advocate race on the other hand, will surely require a runoff, that could cost $20 million. Here's a simple, common sense idea that could save that money: postpone the Public Advocate runoff, and hold it during the November 5th general election.

We should be taking up the fight to solve the problems that New Yorkers face, not waiting to deal with their consequences. New Yorkers deserve a Public Advocate that will fight for them and lead their charge, not just pick up their phone call.